Business Details
Pediatric Dentistry in Fairbanks, AK
At Young Smiles Children's Dentistry, we specialize in creating positive dental experiences for children, understanding that early visits shape lifelong attitudes toward oral health. Our team, led by Dr. Dallin Young, prioritizes comfort through advanced techniques like laser dentistry and sedation options tailored to individual needs. With over two decades of combined expertise, we focus on preventive care, education, and personalized treatment plans to address common childhood dental concerns. Our practice emphasizes transparency, using child-friendly explanations and demonstrations to demystify procedures.Recognized by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, we maintain rigorous standards through continuous education and community outreach, including annual participation in Give Kids A Smile Day. From routine checkups to specialized treatments like Invisalign and tongue-tie correction, we combine clinical excellence with a nurturing environment to ensure every child feels confident and cared for during their dental journey.
Services
Regular Checkups
Laser Dentistry
Sedation Dentistry
Invisalign First
Tongue-tie Treatment
Highlights and features
- We use laser dentistry to treat cavities without numbing shots
- Our team includes a board-certified pediatric dentist with 20+ years of experience
- We offer personalized sedation options for anxious or special needs patients
- We provide classroom dental education with interactive puppet demonstrations
- Our practice combines advanced technology with child-friendly treatment approaches
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry
Services
Regular Checkups
Our comprehensive exams include cavity detection, gum health assessment, and professional cleaning. We recommend visits every six months to maintain optimal oral health. Each 45-minute appointment includes personalized education about brushing techniques and dietary habits to support children's dental development.
Laser Dentistry
This minimally invasive technique treats cavities without needles or drills, reducing anxiety and recovery time. The precision of laser technology also lowers infection risks and improves patient comfort during restorative procedures for children.
Sedation Dentistry
We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation options for anxious patients or complex procedures. These methods ensure children remain relaxed and comfortable while receiving necessary dental treatments, with appropriate monitoring by trained professionals.
Invisalign First
This orthodontic treatment uses removable, transparent aligners to correct crowding and spacing issues in growing children. The custom-designed system accommodates erupting teeth and offers advantages over traditional braces, including easier oral hygiene maintenance and no food restrictions.
Tongue-tie Treatment
We perform frenotomies using sterile scissors or laser technology to release restricted lingual frenulums. This quick procedure improves tongue mobility for infants and children, addressing feeding difficulties, speech development issues, and oral hygiene challenges.
People
Dr. Dallin Young
Pediatric Dentist
Board-certified pediatric dentist with specialized training from Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. Graduated from University of Iowa College of Dentistry and maintains active memberships in professional dental associations. Committed to community outreach and children's oral health education.
Questions
When should my child have their first dental visit?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child's first visit by age one, which we follow to establish preventive care early.
What specialized treatments do you offer for children?
We provide laser dentistry without shots, sedation options, Invisalign First, tongue-tie corrections, and preventive care like sealants and fluoride treatments.
How do you help anxious children during dental visits?
We use child-friendly explanations, tour the practice beforehand, demonstrate instruments, and offer sedation options to ensure comfortable experiences.
Do you accept patients without dental insurance?
Yes, we provide care for uninsured patients and participate in the annual Give Kids A Smile Day for children needing financial assistance.
What orthodontic options are available for children?
We offer Invisalign First clear aligners for growing children and teens, which straighten teeth without traditional metal braces.
